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Morning 4: What to know as jury begins deliberating in trial of Oxford shooter’s mother -- and more news

Here are the top stories for the morning of Feb. 5, 2024

Jennifer Crumbley, front, is hugged by attorney Shannon Smith as the defense rests in her trial, Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, in Pontiac, Mich. Crumbley, 45, is charged with involuntary manslaughter. Prosecutors say she and her husband were grossly negligent and could have prevented the four deaths if they had tended to their sons mental health. Theyre also accused of making a gun accessible at home. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, Pool) (Carlos Osorio, Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day. So, let’s get to the news.


Conviction decision coming soon for Jennifer Crumbley: What to know

A jury could decide on Monday whether to convict the Oxford High School shooter’s mother of four counts of involuntary manslaughter for her alleged role in the 2021 shooting.

After closing arguments concluded Jennifer Crumbley’s trial on Friday, Feb. 2, jurors were scheduled to begin deliberating at 9 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 5. A conviction decision is possible Monday, depending how long the 12 jurors discuss the case.

Read the report here.

More on this:

---> Live updates: Jury to decide fate of Jennifer Crumbley after 7 days of testimony

---> Live stream: Jury deliberations begin in Jennifer Crumbley trial


Will Detroit, Michigan see the 2024 total solar eclipse?

The first total solar eclipse since 2017 will cross North America in 2024, but not everyone will have the same view of it.

The total solar eclipse will move west to east across North America, starting along Mexico’s Pacific coast.

Here’s what to know about the big sky event.


Missing Livonia man found dead in Northern Michigan river

A missing Livonia man was found dead in a river in Northern Michigan last week after failing to return from a day of fly-fishing.

See more here.


Teen held against will escapes barricaded gunman during Port Huron standoff

A 23-year-old man was taken into custody after a 15-hour standoff with police at a home in Port Huron. All family members inside were able to escape at first, except for a 16-year-old.

Watch the report here.


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Cassidy Johncox is a senior digital news editor covering stories across the spectrum, with a special focus on politics and community issues.

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